Cub Cadet LTI050 Bedienungsanleitung

Operator's Manual SERIES 1000 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Models LT1042 LT1045 LT1046 LTI050 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Important Safe Operation Practices Slope Gauge Tractor Set-up Know Your Lawn Tractor Operating Your Lawn Tractor Making Adjustments Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor Service Page 3 7 8 9 12 17 19 25 Content Page Off-season Storage 30 Maintenance Schedule 30 Maintenance Log 31 Troubleshooting 32 Attachments & Accessories 33[...]

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result[...]

23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Donot touch. 24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit, which could result in serious injury. 25. Disengage allattachment clutches, depress the brake pedal complete[...]

e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects thatmay block your vision ofa child who may run into the machine. f. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting into reverse. The"Reverse Caution Mode" should not be used when children or others are around.[...]

8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect thespark plug wire(s) andground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect themachine for any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating. 10. Never attempt to make[...]

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SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Shipping Brace Removal _, WARNING: Make sure the riding mower's engine is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace. Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag found on the right side of the cutting deck. While holding the discharge chute with your left hand,[...]

SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR A B C H J D F NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity, Figure I A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter B Throttle Control Lever C Choke Control D Parking Brake Lever E FueITank Cap F Seat Adjustment Lever G Ignition Switch Module H PTO (Blade Engage) Knob I Brake Pedal J Drive Pedal K Cruise Control Lever L Deck[...]

Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is alway[...]

Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter j / jr BATT. OIL 42.0 /// HOURS 1/10 PTO / BLADE PARKING .J ...... J LCD Located in the center of the tractor's console, the systems indicator monitor records, and displays on its LCD, hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position. The Indicator Monitor will [...]

SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. • DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIR • IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY. • DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND. • NEVER CARRY CHILDREN, EVE[...]

Setting the Gauge Wheels Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender. Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between l_-inch and _/2-inchabove the ground as follows. WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting de[...]

Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake: • Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward. • Hold the parking brake lever down while removing your foot from the brake pedal. • Once engaged, the parking brake lever and the brake pedal will lock in the "down" position. To[...]

Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods: • Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor. • Lightly depress the drive pedal. To change the direction of travel to reverse when operating with cruise control, depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a co[...]

• For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a better appearance to the lawn. • Under heavy conditions it may be necessary to go over the cut area a[...]

SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. Leveling the Deck NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 25 for i[...]

Parking Brake Adjustment If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted. Seat Adjustmen[...]

SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 30 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals. WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Engine Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission cont[...]

Changing the Engine 011 The engine oil and oil filter should be changed after every 50 hours of tractor operation. WARNING: If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Allow the tractor to cool and use caution when removing IMPORTANT: The oil filter should be c[...]

• Slowly pour oil into the fill tube. Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full (F) mark on the dipstick (Refer to Page 19). • Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick securely into the oil fill tube. IMPORTANT: The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating. Severe engine d[...]

Paper Element(Twin Cylinder Engine) The paper element should be replaced at least once a season, or every 100 hours of operation. Replace more frequently if the tractor is operated under extremely dusty conditions. To replace the paper element, proceed as follows: • Pivot the air cleaner cover upward and unhook the wire latch which secures the el[...]

2. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake and stop the engine. 3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your garden hose. 4. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface. See Figure 15. Hose Coupler Water Port Figure 15 5. Turn the water on. 6. While si[...]

Carburetor NOTE: Carburetor adjustments should be made only after the engine has warmed up. The engines on Cub Cadet Series 1000 tractors are equipped with a fixed main jet carburetor. Carburetors are equipped with a idle speed adjustment screw and a low idle fuel mixture screw. The carburetor is designed to deliver the correct fuel-to- air mixture[...]

SECTION 8: SERVICE Tires WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire [...]

Battery California Proposition 65 Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added. • Always[...]

Changing TheTransmission Drive Belt NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools used in order to change the tractor's transmission drive belt. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have your drive belt replaced. Hydrostatic Transmission Keep the area around the transmission cooling fan free of grass and debris at all times. The hydrostat[...]

50-inch Decks • To ease in removing the belt in later steps, loosen, but do not remove, the bolt which secures the pivoting idler pulley to the idler bracket. See Figure 23. Pivoting Idler Pulley Belt Guard Idler Bracket Spring 3/8" Square Hole / Figure 23 • Insert a 3/8"-drive ratchet wrench (set to tighten) into the square hole foun[...]

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SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual before storing for an extended period. Engine If the engine will be out of service for two months or more, use the following storage procedure: • Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine. • Change th[...]

SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE LOG Please keep a record of the maintenance performed on your tractor. Date Hour Meter Maintenance Performed by 31[...]

SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Possible Cause(s) PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged. Parking brake not engaged. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. Choke not activated Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. [...]

SECTION 13: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Series 1000 Lawn Tractors. See your Cub Cadet dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. NOTE: Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground[...]

SECTION 14: REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE: Phone (800) 965-4CUB to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.cubcadet.com. Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC) Air Filter- Paper Element Air Filter - Foam Precleaner Oil Filter Fuel Filter[...]

SECTION 15: SPECIFICATIONS* LT1042 Capacities Fuel Tank Engine Crankcase (w/filter) Transmission Hydrostatic Transmission Make and Model Gear Ratio Forward Speed Reverse Speed Engine (Air-cooled, 4-cycle) Make Kohler Courage Model SV590 Cylinders Single Bore 3.70 in. (94 mm) Stroke 3.38 in. (86 mm) Displacement 36.4 cubic in. (597 cc) Power @3600 R[...]

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS TheCalifornia Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc.are pleased to explainthe evaporative emission controlsystem warranty on your 2007 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mowermust be designed, built and equipped to meetthe State'sstringent anti-smogst[...]

KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine. For Cal[...]

CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER'SLIMITED WARRANTY FOR SERIES 1000 & SERIES 1500 TRACTORS IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage ownermust present an original proofof purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Please seethe operator's manual for information on requiredmaintenance and service intervals. The limited [...]

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